CelebrateWorldPhotographyDaywithOurUltimateRound-Up!
Celebrate World Photography Day with Our Ultimate Round-Up!
This World Photography Day, prepare to immerse yourself in the profound artistry of image-making. We’re proud to present a curated collection of our most compelling articles, portfolio highlights, guides and member profiles to inspire and inform you.
Explore photography portfolios showcasing the best of travel, fine art, food, and fashion photography, alongside features on our incredible community partners such as Gallery 44, Booooooom and Black Women Photographers, and insightful Format Member Profiles with some of our incredible photographers.
Enhance your technical skills with essential how-to guides, spanning developing film at home, mastering diverse lighting types in photography, optimizing your workflow and achieving work/life balance as a freelancer.
Join us in celebration of the artistry of photography and the power and beauty of the captured moment.
Photography Portfolios to Inspire You
10 Editorial Fashion Photographer Portfolios
Highlighting 10 standout editorial fashion photography portfolios that master the art of visual storytelling. Discover how these talented photographers, featured on Format, translate fashion and the commercial brief into compelling narratives. Showcasing the industry’s cutting edge artists collaborating with top brands.
16 Travel Portfolios from Around the World
Join these photographers on their visual journeys with our selection of 16 outstanding travel photography portfolios from around the world. These photographers have mastered the art of immersing themselves in landscapes and cultures to capture the essence of places and their peoples. Prepare to be inspired by their stunning images and skilled storytelling.
20 Fine Art Photography Portfolios
Discover 20 fine art photographers on Format who are pushing creative boundaries of the medium. This curated selection of compelling portfolios explores diverse styles, unique perspectives, and visual narrative voices, offering inspiration for both aspiring and established artists.
A Feast for the Eyes: Inspiring Food Photographers
Satisfy your visual appetite with this menu of inspiring food photographers. These artists have mastered the nuanced craft of food photography, making every dish look irresistible. Whether you’re seeking inspiration for your next shoot or searching for top talent, these portfolios serve a true feast for the eyes.
Format Featured Photographers
A collection of some of our favorite interviews and visual essays featuring Format members.
Abraham O. Oghobase
Nigerian artist Abraham O. Oghobase sat down with the Format team to discuss his photo-based practice; delving into themes of identity, race, and colonialism. Currently based in Hamilton, Ontario, Oghobase’s richly layered compositions, exhibited globally, explore representation through sampling and remixing imagery, materials, and diagrams. His unique approach to visual storytelling has seen his work exhibited across North America, Europe and West Africa.
Frances Carter
Frances Carter translates sonic energy into amazing visuals, the New Zealand-based photographer renowned for her bold, color-infused music photography. Imbued with the style you would expect from iconic stars of the medium but with a signature all her own, Frances’ work has been featured in Rolling Stone and Vogue magazines, read about her journey and unique approach to portraiture and music video direction and watch the interview!
Cyrus Cornut
Paris-based photographer Cyrus Cornut, a trained architect, deftly documents landscapes transformed by development. His hauntingly cinematic images, often captured with a large format 4×5 camera, reveal the subtle yet profound human trace within urban and natural environments. Cornut invites viewers to contemplate transformation, evolution, and destruction.
Sophie Ellen
Award-winning UK photographer Sophie Ellen expertly blends film and digital formats to create compelling editorial images. Her work, renowned for its beautiful warmth and empathetic perspective, navigates themes of body and identity, uniting strength with vulnerability. Explore her unique approach to contemporary fashion and fine art photography.
Elliot Petenbrink
Step into the wonderfully off-kilter world of artist Elliot Petenbrink. From “More Hose” a series which positions a normal gardening tool as a species to document, to his project capturing the organized mayhem of Yellowstone, Petenbrink’s humour elevates the everyday., Playfully challenging perceptions, revealing beauty in the mundane with sharp wit and vibrant composition.
Alice Angelini
Italian photographer Alice Angelini’s captivating snapshots work in sequence to tell a more profound story, where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Her work, a masterful blend of intention and spontaneity, invites viewers to see the world through her cinematic perspective. Angelini’s use of film and natural light imbues her photographs with an emotional depth, revealing unexpected beauty in everyday moments.
Collaborations & Community
Gallery 44 Centre for Contemporary Photography
Enter Gallery 44, Toronto’s dynamic hub for contemporary photography. This artist-run center, established in 1979, provides essential resources from darkrooms to digital facilities, supporting hundreds of members. Beyond production, Gallery 44 offers cutting-edge exhibitions and educational programs, playing a vital role in nurturing Canada’s photographic community and preserving analogue practices. Curator Alana Traficante is interviewed by Format Magazine on the importance of institutions like Gallery 44.
Booooooom Photo Award
Booooooom and Format celebrate the exceptional talent recognized in the 2024 Booooooom Photo Awards! Discover the winning images across diverse categories including Portrait, Nature, Colour, Street, and Fashion. This exciting announcement highlights both established and emerging photographers, showcasing the captivating work that’s shaping the contemporary photography landscape.
Black Women Photographers
Highlighting 4 inspiring portfolios from members of Black Women Photographers (BWP), showcasing incredible talent. In partnership with Format, BWP champions visibility for Black women and non-binary identifying photographers globally. From unique perspectives, explore diverse genres, from evocative editorial to powerful documentary and fine art images.
Kickback Portfolio project
Format partners with Kickback, an organization empowering underserved youth through arts and sports, providing mentorship and professional opportunities. Follow as they capture the Canada Basketball Nationals, showcasing the next generation of sports photographers Learn how these young talents are building their portfolios and reshaping the future of sports photography.
Resources For Professional & Aspiring Photographers:
At Format we pride ourselves on a team made up of photographers and artists who are here to share their expert tips with you. Below we’ve gathered some of the most timely for Photographers in 2025.
How to Develop Film at Home
The access and popularity of digital photography has had many of us longing for the materiality, unpredictability and patience inherent to film. With this guide you can learn how to develop your own 35mm and 120 film photos at home! Our comprehensive, photo-illustrated guide provides all the essential steps and expert tips you need to master the process, no darkroom or professional lab required. Learn to process your black and white film with confidence and gain a deeper understanding of the art of analogue photography.
Professional Workflow for Aspiring Portrait & Fashion Photographers
Learn the invaluable insights of Format Member, international fashion and portrait photographer Alexander Karlov as he demystifies the professional workflow for aspiring photographers. From setting up a shoot to post-production and client engagement, discover best practices for crafting amazing images and efficiently managing your professional creative process.
How to Get Into Real Estate Photography
Want to get into real estate photography? This comprehensive guide offers a crash course on launching your professional business. Learn about essential tools, pricing strategies, and best practices for capturing stunning shots. From mastering wide-angle lenses to understanding drone photography, gain the knowledge to succeed in this lucrative niche photography business.
12 Types of Lighting in Photography
A medium defined by light, master the art of illumination with our guide to 12 types of lighting in photography. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting there’s always more to know about traditional techniques and new tools. Discover the nuances of natural and artificial light, from front light to Rembrandt lighting. Learn how each technique influences clarity, mood, and emotion, empowering you to choose the perfect lighting for any subject or concept.
Work/Life Balance for Freelancers
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Struggling with the freelance juggle? Photographer, writer and recovering workaholic Julia Martin shares practical tips for making the unpredictable world of freelancing sustainable–from learning the hard way. We’ll ditch the “work/life balance” myth and focus on mastering workflow, creating boundaries, and protecting your precious time. Honing your focus to tackle your many responsibilities without losing your mind (or your laundry schedule).
Best Data Backup & Storage Solutions for Photographers: 2025 Review
Photographers, we all know the pain of hard drive failure, or data corruption. Safeguard your livelihood! This 2025 review of data backup and storage solutions is critical. Learn why the 3-2-1 Backup Rule (3 copies, 2 media types, 1 off-site) is vital for protecting your digital assets. Discover the best portable SSDs, RAID/NAS systems, and cloud storage to ensure your precious photos are never lost. Don’t risk your work—learn essential backup strategies and find the best products for you.
Happy World Photography Day
As we celebrate the impact of photography this World Photography Day, one truth remains constant: a photographer’s portfolio website is their most powerful tool. It’s not just a collection of images; it’s your virtual studio, your professional storefront, and your direct line to new opportunities and collaborations from around the world. It’s where your unique vision finds its stage and where clients discover your undeniable talent. Ready to showcase your best work? Sign up for your own stunning, easy to customize Format portfolio site today and start building the future of your photography career.
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